What is the cheapest airline that flies from Albuquerque to California?

Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Albuquerque to California

How many flights depart from Albuquerque to California on average per day?

36 flights are operational daily from Albuquerque to California as of April 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 48% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to California?

American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Albuquerque according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Albuquerque to California on average per week?

As of April 2026, 252 flights take off from Albuquerque and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California?

As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from Albuquerque Airport to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Albuquerque Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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LAS

1h 40mnonstop

9:55 pm - 12:25 am

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1h 30mnonstop

$191Southwest

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

11:05 am - 1:20 pm

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3h 15m

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8h 35m

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$195Southwest

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11:05 am - 1:20 pm

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LAS

3h 15m

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LAS

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1h 30mnonstop

$197Southwest

Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25

7:20 pm - 8:00 pm

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LAS

1h 40mnonstop

11:20 am - 5:25 pm

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ABQ

5h 05m

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$201Southwest

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5h 19m

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5h 56m

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$237Delta

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6:45 pm - 8:02 pm

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LAX

2h 17mnonstop

8:47 pm - 11:49 pm

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2h 02mnonstop

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2h 12mnonstop

8:05 pm - 11:05 pm

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ABQ

2h 00mnonstop

$265American Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

1:30 pm - 3:08 pm

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SFO

2h 38mnonstop

8:40 am - 12:21 pm

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2h 41mnonstop

$267United Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12

4:25 pm - 6:14 pm

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2h 49mnonstop

2:27 pm - 10:40 pm

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7h 13m

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$277United Airlines

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6:00 am - 3:47 pm

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SAN

10h 47m

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SAN

ABQ

13h 09m

1 stop

$307American Airlines

Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 27

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May 28

ABQ5:11 pmAlbuquerque

5h 19m

1 stop

SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco

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SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco

5h 56m

1 stop

ABQ11:51 pmAlbuquerque

$237

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ABQ6:45 pmAlbuquerque

2h 17m

LAX8:02 pmLos Angeles

Jul 9

LAX8:47 pmLos Angeles

2h 02m

ABQ11:49 pmAlbuquerque

$257

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Apr 22

ABQ6:06 pmAlbuquerque

4h 44m

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LAX8:30 pmLos Angeles

1h 55m

ABQ11:25 pmAlbuquerque

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Apr 23

ABQ5:50 amAlbuquerque

1h 40m

LAS6:30 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Apr 27

LAS9:55 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1h 30m

ABQ12:25 amAlbuquerque

$191

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Apr 29

ABQ11:05 amAlbuquerque

3h 15m

1 stop

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LAS9:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 35m

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$195

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3h 15m

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1h 30m

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$197

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9:55 pm-12:25 am

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11:05 am-1:20 pm

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9:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$195

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Albuquerque

Tue 4/21

11:05 am-1:20 pm

1 stop3h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/25

7:40 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$197

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Albuquerque

Wed 5/13

7:20 pm-8:00 pm

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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$201

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$237

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6:45 pm-8:02 pm

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8:47 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$257

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Albuquerque

Thu 4/23

12:50 pm-2:02 pm

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8:05 pm-11:05 pm

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1:30 pm-3:08 pm

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$267

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Albuquerque

Wed 5/6

4:25 pm-6:14 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

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2:27 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$277

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Albuquerque

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-3:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

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Wed 5/27

9:50 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 09m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of April is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Albuquerque averaging around $278.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Albuquerque to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $420. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $684.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $381. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $590 on average. Flights to California from Albuquerque in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Albuquerque when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $310 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Albuquerque for as low as $261 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$144
Fastest flight time	1h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Albuquerque in the past 72 hours is $144. The best round-trip flight deal from Albuquerque to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $322.

The fastest flight from Albuquerque to California takes 1h 30m

Direct flights go from Albuquerque to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Albuquerque there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Burbank Bob Hope (BUR), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
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As of April 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Albuquerque Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Albuquerque Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Albuquerque Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Albuquerque to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Albuquerque to California is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (35.31% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (20.12%), Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (13.80%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (11.03%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,374 reviews	Search Delta flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $147	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,578 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,549 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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